I am so grateful for your help in identifying my "fuzzy white caterpillar" as Lappet moth caterpillar. Thanks so much. I have found several other interesting and strange caterpillars in the yard recently, but this one was the only one that was a complete mystery. I appreciate your help so much!
Lappet moth caterpillar by: Moni
Katharine
Your photo is of a Lappet moth caterpillar.
I believe it is the dot-line white caterpillar. It does feed on oak, as well as cherry or rose. The large tolype larva, which looks similar also feeds on oak as well as cherry, birch, beech,apple, ash and aspen.
They are found in deciduous woodlands.
Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights at night.
They sure are unusual looking caterpillars and quite large.
Neat find. The adults are neat looking also.
